IFJ 12 January 2021
Jordan: MP spreads false accusations about media
A Jordanian parliamentarian has accused media and journalists in the country of spreading misleading rumors and poisoned ideas , amongst other charges, during a speech on 8 January. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) join its affiliate, the Jordan Press Association (JPA) in condemning these accusations and calls on the newly elected parliament to take urgent measures to support the media sector. Credit: AP
Among the most serious accusations made by MP Razzouq against the media and journalists in his speech in Parliament were describing journalists as prepaid pens , spreading poisoned ideas and misleading rumors , according to media reports.